There is no more joyful occasion for a couple than expecting a baby – especially if is the first. However, even the second or third-born child needs items that can be provided by a baby shower. Those hosting the festivities in Ft. Lauderdale and the surrounding area have a lot on their communal plates to get everything set and arranged.

Once the date, venue and time have been determined, the next item on the to-do list is to send out the baby shower invitations. But before they can be distributed, the hostess needs to find just the right message, color and paper. This can be a daunting task if there is not professional advice from the invitation company.

Sure, you can go out and purchase a package of baby shower invitations at a big box store but what kind of message are you sending to the people who are invited? A cheap-looking invitation usually results in cheap gifts for the baby and mother-to-be. If the new mother needs meaningful things for the baby, the invitation should show some class and refinement. An inexpensive 25¢ invitation will not produce strollers, car seats and other essential items that can be costly. A 25¢ invitation might get you a bundle of baby bibs, rattlers and teething rings.

Think about something that looks opulent but not pretentious. It is really nice when you can coordinate the invitation, shower favors and decorations all in one package. If the soon-to-be mother already knows the sex of the child you can have a theme in baby pink or baby blue. However, if the sex of this child is going to be a surprise you are always safe with light yellow and light green.

When you purchase your special baby shower invitations in Ft. Lauderdale and the surrounding area, you may want to include where the mother has registered for her needs for the newborn. Those who are invited to the shower generally appreciate the gesture because they know their gift will be something thoughtful as well as useful.